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Video surveillance technology has undoubtedly come a long way, evolving from analog CCTV cameras and networked video recorders (NVRs) to smart surveillance with cloud integration and advanced analytics. The latter is the pinnacle of modern-day security solutions, combining high-definition video quality, real-time data access, and seamless integration with other devices to protect homes and businesses.
These advancements have transformed business video surveillance technology from basic security tools to comprehensive systems that provide enhanced safety, proactive insights, and improved efficiency.
But a video surveillance security system is only as good as the sum of its parts, as each feature plays a crucial role in creating an effective security solution. To fully understand their impact, we’ve gathered some of the most important basic to advanced video surveillance technology features to consider. Here’s what they are.
Basic Live View
Basic live view lets users view real-time footage from their computers, smartphones, or other devices. It provides immediate visibility to monitored zones and areas, ensuring that users can keep an eye on their property from almost anywhere. Generally speaking, this feature is included in entry-level or budget-friendly security systems and is ideal for those who prefer a simple interface to view camera feeds.
Most modern-day security systems feature basic live view as one of their core components, as it serves as the basis for more advanced capabilities, e.g., facial recognition, object tracking, and heat map technology. These advanced features are not necessarily required for all types of security setups, as sometimes, a simple video surveillance camera with basic live view is sufficient for homeowners and business owners.
Analytics
Analytics in business video surveillance technology involves using software or algorithms to analyze video footage — these range from basic to advanced, providing actionable insights for business owners to review. Moreover, analytics can help identify potential threats before they escalate, allowing for a more strategic, proactive approach to security.
Analytics include:
- Heat mapping
- Object tracking
- Crowd detection
- Time-lapse recording
- Video motion detection with adjustable sensitivity and threshold
Users can also choose our industry-leading AI features to bolster their security system further for their homes, small to medium businesses, and commercial properties.
Facial Recognition
Facial recognition uses algorithms to identify individuals based on their facial features. The video footage is analyzed, comparing faces to a database of authenticated users, such as current employees. If an incident with a stranger or intruder occurs, you can search their face to see if they’ve been to the property at an earlier date and time.
For real-time scenarios, facial recognition is crucial in identifying unwanted or unauthorized personnel, such as former employees and problem customers, and can alert you accordingly. You can also use facial recognition to easily follow the intruder’s path around the building through your network of cameras.
As an access control feature for verified personnel, facial recognition can replace access keys or cards and remove the associated risk in case one is lost or stolen.
License Plate Readers
License Plate Readers (LPRs) and Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) utilize advanced imaging technology and algorithms to capture and decode vehicle license plate numbers. High-resolution cameras photograph license plates, which are then interpreted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR). OCR takes an image of text and converts it into a machine-readable text format, i.e., taking an image of characters, like those on license plates, and converting it into readable and searchable data. Law enforcement uses this technology to identify stolen vehicles and issue tickets for traffic violations.
LPR and ALPR systems can also be used for a wide range of business-related applications, like:
- Identifying unauthorized vehicles entering or exiting office premises
- Managing parking lot usage and security
- Track the arrival of a customer’s vehicle so company personnel can meet the customer promptly
Additional Features to Consider
General Security offers a diverse range of advanced video surveillance features to enhance the security of your business. Our full suite of NDAA-compliant, commercial-grade camera options includes the following to choose from:
- Varifocal lenses to adjust focal length and zoom
- SVR recording to continuously record and store video streams on a device
- IR night vision to take clear images in dark or low-light settings
- 4MP HDR video for enhanced image quality and detail
- Access to Business Activity Analytics
- 24/7 video health monitoring
- OpenEye Cloud Connect, a cloud-based video management platform
- 24/7 Smart View timeline to find and export footage of events
Our intelligent analytics, cloud storage, and the latest video surveillance technology ensure maximum security protection for your business.
Secure Your Livelihood with General Security
General Security is a leading security provider for homes and commercial properties. While we offer a wide range of basic and advanced features, we create a security system specific to your business needs. Contact us today at 1-800-343-2250 to Request a Free Quote.